Objectives

The primary objective is to procure specialized training services for a single Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) delegate. The initiative aims to strengthen institutional capacity by delivering structured, competency-based instruction in remote sensing physical principles, digital image processing, and geo-informatics.

Scope

The service provider will deliver two integrated training modules: “Introductory Remote Sensing: Physical Principles and Digital Image Processing” and “Geo-Informatics 2: Remote Sensing and Image Processing.” The curriculum encompasses electromagnetic radiation theory, terrain and atmospheric interactions, multispectral/hyperspectral/LiDAR systems, image preprocessing, enhancement, classification, accuracy assessment, spectral indices, and practical environmental applications. Training must be conducted during standard working hours for one participant. All quoted prices must include Value Added Tax (VAT) and be explicitly itemized against specific training tasks.

Technical Requirements

• Full compliance with all listed course specifications and delivery conditions.
• Proof of registration in the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and valid tax compliance clearance.
• Completed and signed Standard Bidding Document (SBD) forms 1, 4, and 6.1.
• A certified Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) certificate or sworn affidavit.
• A detailed company profile outlining relevant experience, accreditation, directorship, and past project references.
• Clear evidence of a track record in conducting the specified remote sensing and image processing courses.
• Pricing must reflect market-related rates; the department reserves the right to negotiate or cancel the bid if pricing is deemed non-compliant.

Skills Requirements

• The lead facilitator must hold a relevant academic qualification in a related scientific or geospatial field.
• Facilitators must possess between two and three years of direct experience specifically delivering the named remote sensing and image processing courses.
• The provider organization must demonstrate proven instructional capability, subject-matter expertise, and successful delivery history for comparable training programs.

Key Terms & Evaluation Framework

The tender operates under South Africa’s public procurement framework using an 80/20 scoring model: 80 points are allocated to price competitiveness, and 20 points to B-BBEE specific goals. B-BBEE is a national policy designed to promote economic transformation and inclusion; points are awarded based on enterprise size (EME or QSE) and demographic ownership (black, women, youth, persons with disabilities, rural, or township-based). The Central Supplier Database (CSD) is the official national registry for verifying supplier legitimacy and tax compliance. SBD forms are standardized procurement questionnaires used to assess bidder eligibility and empowerment status. Proposals failing to meet pre-qualifying criteria or specification requirements will be disqualified. In the event of tied total scores, priority is given to higher B-BBEE points, followed by random selection if scores remain equal.